Posts Tagged ‘Careers’

There are a million things you could do with a law degree, but the only good reason to go to law school is to become a lawyer. Yes, it’s contradictory to everything you have probably heard or been told by an academic advisor, but an advisor works for a college. I work for you. And ...

The Big Data revolution is driving tremendous growth in the field of statistics. Data is collected at a stunning rate and is transforming government, society and business. So it’s no surprise that graduates with a degree in statistics are finding an abundance of interesting and exciting career opportunities. But many students continue to overlook the ...

Editor’s Note: As a new class of students enter college this fall, there will no doubt be questions about the future, careers, and other big picture topics you may not be ready to answer. To give you an idea of what different career paths offer, HackCollege runs the occasional Career Spotlight for freshmen (and major-changing ...

Before I started college, I understood very little “college jargon,” such as majors, minors, concentrations, and certifications. Even now, I’m no expert on what separates a minor from a certification and other licenses. I do, however, see the importance of a well-rounded education, and I recognize that minors can help provide that. Some majors–like my ...

As the population in the U.S. continues to age, the healthcare industry keeps expanding rapidly. In 2010 alone, Americans spent $2.6 trillion on healthcare, which is ten times more than in 1980. A study from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and Workforce projects that this industry will add 5.6. million jobs between 2010 and 2020. ...

If you are interested in sociology, but you’re not sure how well that translates to a career path, don’t worry! Sociology is an incredibly versatile major — more so than you might think. You learn a great deal about interacting with different kinds of people, and in upper level courses, you’ll also get practice in ...

Let’s be honest, the accounting field isn’t exactly known for being exciting and dynamic. Thoughts of sitting in front of a computer holding a calculator all day tend to come to mind when you think of what accountants do. There’s definitely some truth to that, but accounting isn’t necessarily a “boring” career field. You can ...

Shows like Law and Order and CSI have helped drive more people towards a career in forensic investigation. A lot of us used to play “detective” when we were younger, so the thought of making an actual career of investigating crime scenes and helping to solve real crimes brings the Sherlock Holmes out of you. ...

HackCollege is not the type of site that presents “inspirational” advice. You won’t find pictures of climbers with quotes about “reaching new heights” or “never letting go [of dreams].” Instead, we present practical advice that students can apply to their lives to become better students and future graduates. Occasionally, we post opinion pieces that deviate ...

As an English major, I know how annoying the topic of what you’re going to do after graduation can be. “Oh, so you’re going to be a high school teacher?” is the typical suggestion. While it would be so much easier to say, “I’m pre-med,” don’t worry; there are plenty of jobs for English majors, ...

Attempting to break into web design or development is a long and arduous process, with more roadblocks and competition than most fields. The payoff, however, is a rewarding job that will continuously push you to your limits. If you’re prepared to enter this world, here are a few tips to help you along the way. ...

Welcome to the HackCollege Career Guide! This page is designed for prospective students, professionals looking for a change of pace, and anyone with burning questions about when, where, and how to land the job of their dreams. These profiles feature job descriptions, top-ranked academic programs, quotes from industry veterans, and other important information about some ...